Superstar Rajinikanth-Mammootty combination after 26 years: The shooting of Kaala which has Rajinikanth in the lead role is now taking place in the slum, areas, shops and places of worship in Mumbai. Hundreds of junior artists are participating in the shooting.

Rajini is seen wearing black Dhothi, Kurtha and muslin cap. He is redressing the grievances of the people. He also travels in narrow lanes by a bike. Sequences wherein Rajini helps the Tamil people are being shot now.

The heroine Huma Qureshi is donning the role of a Muslim girl called Zarina and ther eis a huge star-cast in the project. At this juncture, there is news that Malayalam super star Mammootty will make some special appearances in Kaala.

When the shooting of Kala commenced, a first look poster was released. In this poster Rajini will be sitting in a jeep bearing the number P R 1956. Dr Ambedkar expired in the year 1956.

Some sequences pertaining to Dr Ambedkar will be there in the film Kaala. Rajini who is a follower of Dr Ambedkar will help the poor. Talks are being held with Mammootty for Dr Ambedkar‘s role.

In the year 2000, Mammootty had acted in the biopic of Dr Ambedkar. This film was produced in English as well as in 9 regional languages. He received the National Award for the best acting.

It is important to note that Rajinikanth and Mammootty shared the screen in the film Thalapathi some 26 years back.